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Cheap flights from Queensland to Cairns from $94

BNE — CNS
20 Oct — 27 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Queensland to Cairns

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Cheapest flights from Queensland to Cairns

Sat 31/1006:40 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Sun 1/1106:00 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 19/9$187
Sat 17/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 30m
Wed 21/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 15/9$194
Thu 5/1106:40 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Sun 8/1106:00 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 16/9$199
Sat 14/1106:40 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Sun 15/1106:00 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 19/9$201
Thu 12/1108:55 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Sun 15/1106:00 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 16/9$205
Tue 8/1206:40 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Wed 16/1209:45 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 18/9$206
Tue 8/1206:40 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Sun 13/1209:45 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 17/9$208
Wed 11/1106:40 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Sat 14/1109:45 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 20/9$227
Wed 7/1006:30 -
Nonstop2h 35m
Thu 8/1019:25 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 16/9$237
Sat 14/1106:40 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Sun 15/1109:45 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 20/9$247
Sat 17/1014:40 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Thu 22/1012:00 -
Nonstop2h 00m
Deal found 17/9$258
Thu 12/1106:40 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Sun 15/1109:45 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 17/9$260

Find flight deals from Queensland to Cairns

Round-trip from

$187

One-way from

$94

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$314

Good round-trip deal

$240 or less

Good one-way deal

$152 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 31/10-1/11
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 35m total
  • Queensland to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 24/10-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 30m total
  • Queensland to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($4 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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BrisbaneCairns

BNE Brisbane - CNS Cairns

BNECNS

Brisbane

Sun 11/10

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$94

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY Maroochydore Sunshine Coast - CNS Cairns

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 22/10

14:40-17:00

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$94

BrisbaneCairns

BNE Brisbane - CNS Cairns

BNECNS

Brisbane

Wed 16/12

06:40-09:00

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$100

CoolangattaCairns

OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast - CNS Cairns

OOLCNS

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sat 10/10

16:15-18:45

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$100

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY Maroochydore Sunshine Coast - CNS Cairns

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sun 31/1

18:45-20:55

Nonstop2h 10m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$104

BrisbaneCairns

BNE Brisbane - CNS Cairns

BNECNS

Brisbane

Thu 15/10

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$109

BrisbaneCairns

BNE Brisbane - CNS Cairns

BNECNS

Brisbane

Sat 10/10

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$109

CoolangattaCairns

OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast - CNS Cairns

OOLCNS

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Tue 9/2

06:40-09:05

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$112

BrisbaneCairns

BNE Brisbane - CNS Cairns

BNECNS

Brisbane

Fri 9/10

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$123

BrisbaneCairns

BNE Brisbane - CNS Cairns

BNECNS

Brisbane

Thu 19/11

08:55-11:20

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$126

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Best time to book a flight from Queensland to Cairns

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairns from Queensland with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Queensland to Cairns

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Queensland to Cairns?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queensland to Cairns (average of $203). Flying from Queensland to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $342). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from QLD to CNS?

It’s typically best to fly out from Queensland to Cairns in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 36% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Queensland to Cairns

The most flights from AUQLD to CNS are scheduled on a Friday (43 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (29 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Queensland to Cairns?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Queensland to Cairns flights typically cost between $216 and $365 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $187 on Jetstar (31 Oct–1 Nov).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Queensland to Cairns?

The price you pay for your flight from Queensland to Cairns may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 87 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Queensland to Cairns?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Queensland to Cairns flight should consider departing on Monday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Queensland to Cairns, such as Rex,Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Rex
9.5
Wonderful
28 reviews
Check prices

Overall

9.5

Boarding

9.2

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.7

Crew

9.6

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Rex
9.5
Wonderful
28 reviews
Rex
9.5
Wonderful
28 reviews
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Overall

9.5

Boarding

9.2

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.7

Crew

9.6

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
476 reviews
Rex
9.5
Wonderful
28 reviews
Check prices

Overall

9.5

Boarding

9.2

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.7

Crew

9.6

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,102 reviews
Rex
9.5
Wonderful
28 reviews
Check prices

Overall

9.5

Boarding

9.2

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.7

Crew

9.6

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
568 reviews
Rex
9.5
Wonderful
28 reviews
Check prices

Overall

9.5

Boarding

9.2

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.7

Crew

9.6

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from Queensland?

    If you book a flight to Cairns from Queensland, you will be flying to Cairns, which is the city’s only airport. Cairns (CNS) is located 4.4 km from the centre of Cairns.

  • How popular is this Queensland to Cairns flight route?

    Flights from Queensland to Cairns have been viewed 3,168 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Queensland to Cairns?

    A quick flight from Queensland to Cairns can take about 1h 05m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $370. The distance between Queensland and Cairns is about 283 km. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Queensland to Cairns one-way?

    $82 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Rex, with prices starting from $99 and $133, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Queensland to Cairns?

    The most popular route from Queensland to Cairns is Brisbane - Cairns. You may also consider Coolangatta Gold Coast - Cairns or Townsville - Cairns.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Queensland to Cairns?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Queensland to Cairns on time: Fiji Airways (100%), China Eastern (100%), Cathay Pacific (99%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Queensland to Cairns?

    On average you can expect to pay $557 for a flight from Queensland to Cairns. The cheapest flight overall is $109 while the most popular route, (Brisbane - Cairns) is currently priced at $178.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Queensland to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Queensland to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Queensland to Cairns?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Queensland to Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Queensland to Cairns?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queensland to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Queensland to Cairns?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queensland to Cairns (average of $203). Flying from Queensland to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $342). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Queensland to Cairns

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$88Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$117Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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RexCheapest$149Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$181Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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